One thing you'll need when using cotton diapers (unless you are using all-in-ones) is a good supply of waterproof diaper covers to cut down on laundry and to keep you and your baby comfortable. Because they tend not to fit too closely, diaper covers will still leave room for moisture to evaporate, and so will still be considerably healthier for baby than disposables, with their tight synthetic backing.

Blue Penguin supplies a range of quality diaper covers. Blue Penguin's Wrap 'n Snap covers are in a class of their own. While most manufacturers warn firmly against washing your diaper covers in very hot water, these can safely be washed in hot water along with your diapers.

If you're determined to avoid synthetic fabrics to the greatest extent possible, the Elan diaper cover with Velcro closures is for you. This is also a cotton wrap style diaper cover. The cotton fabric is waterproofed, and the treatment is a bit delicate, so this one can't be washed in hot water. In fact, it's highly recommended that you wash them by hand.

For moms who value speed and convenience above all else, Blue Penguin's Pull-on-Snap-off (POSO) diaper cover will be perfect. The name speaks for itself. These fit like pants and you can just pull them off. For practicality, however, they snap off when you need to change baby. The snaps are adjustable and this style is roomy so that you could also use it for your nighttime doubler.